Cynthia Skief
Cynthia Skief is an accomplished CEO, leadership consultant, and organizational development expert with over 20 years of experience cultivating high-performing teams across the United States. After a successful career in corporate America specializing in training, development, and enterprise-wide leadership initiatives, she founded Cynthia Skief LLC, where she leads national teams in grant review, process optimization, and collaborative performance execution. As the author of A Born Leader, Cynthia is recognized for her ability to grow, develop, and elevate individuals by creating environments where teams feel supported, empowered, and able to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines. Her leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and fostering spaces where diverse perspectives contribute to shared success.
Cynthia’s academic achievements reflect her lifelong dedication to learning and leadership excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Information Technology Project Management, a Master of Science in Leadership from Grand Canyon University, and is actively completing her PhD in Organizational Leadership at the University of Texas at Tyler. She is a proud member of Sigma Beta Delta, an international honor society recognizing excellence in business, management, and administration. This strong educational foundation, combined with extensive professional experience, enables Cynthia to deliver practical, results-driven strategies for organizational growth and leadership transformation.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Cynthia is a passionate mentor, motivational speaker, and connector. She has earned a reputation as a reliable and trusted “bench” leader, always ready to support teams, fill critical gaps, and ensure projects move forward seamlessly. Committed to networking and creating opportunities for others, she leverages her expertise to empower individuals, strengthen organizations, and inspire transformative leadership. Cynthia also publishes productivity tools, such as calendars and planners, to help individuals and teams achieve their personal and professional goals.
• Grand Canyon University - MSOL
• University of Texas at Tyler - BS
• Sigma Beta Delta
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life center on connection, growth, and faith. Outside of my professional responsibilities, I cherish spending quality time with family and friends, exploring new places through travel, and supporting my daughter in her high school band activities. I am also an emerging author, currently working on my upcoming book, Look at God, which reflects my personal journey, my faith, and the lessons that have shaped who I am today.